Renewal of registration and Self-accrediting authority

Report on renewal of registration and authority to self-accredit nominated courses of study of Jazz Music Institute Pty Ltd

On 27 November 2024, TEQSA renewed, under section 36 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of Jazz Music Institute Pty Ltd as an Institute of Higher Education, for a period of 7 years until 27 November 2031.

On 27 November 2024, TEQSA authorised, under section 41 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), Jazz Music Institute Pty Ltd to self-accredit its courses of study up to AQF Level 7 in the Narrow Field of Education 1001 Performing Arts.

Due to this decision, the following courses previously accredited by TEQSA do not need to be re-accredited by TEQSA. Please visit the provider website for information on the courses it offers.

The periods of accreditation approved by TEQSA for the following course expiring on 3 July 2027:

• Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance (AQF 7)

The periods of accreditation approved by TEQSA for the following course expiring on 3 July 2025:

• Diploma of Music in Jazz Performance (AQF 5)

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that Jazz Music Institute Pty Ltd continues to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Renewal of registration and Self-accrediting authority

Report on renewal of registration and authority to self-accredit nominated courses of study of Jazz Music Institute Pty Ltd

On 27 November 2024, TEQSA renewed, under section 36 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of Jazz Music Institute Pty Ltd as an Institute of Higher Education, for a period of 7 years until 27 November 2031.

On 27 November 2024, TEQSA authorised, under section 41 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), Jazz Music Institute Pty Ltd to self-accredit its courses of study up to AQF Level 7 in the Narrow Field of Education 1001 Performing Arts.

Due to this decision, the following courses previously accredited by TEQSA do not need to be re-accredited by TEQSA. Please visit the provider website for information on the courses it offers.

The periods of accreditation approved by TEQSA for the following course expiring on 3 July 2027:

• Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance (AQF 7)

The periods of accreditation approved by TEQSA for the following course expiring on 3 July 2025:

• Diploma of Music in Jazz Performance (AQF 5)

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that Jazz Music Institute Pty Ltd continues to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of five higher education courses of study offered by Australian College of the Arts Pty Ltd

On 15 May 2024, a delegate of TEQSA extended, under section 57A of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act):

The period of accreditation of the following 5 courses offered by Australian College of the Arts Pty Ltd to 31 March 2026:

• Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design)
• Diploma of Arts (Interior Design)
• Diploma of Entertainment Journalism
• Bachelor of Animation and VFX
• Diploma of Animation and VFX.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision consistent with the principles set out in TEQSA's policy on extensions to the period of provider registration or course accreditation, including an assessment of risks associated with the extension.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of five higher education courses of study offered by Australian College of the Arts Pty Ltd

On 15 May 2024, a delegate of TEQSA extended, under section 57A of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act):

The period of accreditation of the following 5 courses offered by Australian College of the Arts Pty Ltd to 31 March 2026:

• Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design)
• Diploma of Arts (Interior Design)
• Diploma of Entertainment Journalism
• Bachelor of Animation and VFX
• Diploma of Animation and VFX.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision consistent with the principles set out in TEQSA's policy on extensions to the period of provider registration or course accreditation, including an assessment of risks associated with the extension.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of five higher education courses of study offered by Australian College of the Arts Pty Ltd

On 15 May 2024, a delegate of TEQSA extended, under section 57A of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act):

The period of accreditation of the following 5 courses offered by Australian College of the Arts Pty Ltd to 31 March 2026:

• Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design)
• Diploma of Arts (Interior Design)
• Diploma of Entertainment Journalism
• Bachelor of Animation and VFX
• Diploma of Animation and VFX.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision consistent with the principles set out in TEQSA's policy on extensions to the period of provider registration or course accreditation, including an assessment of risks associated with the extension.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of five higher education courses of study offered by Australian College of the Arts Pty Ltd

On 15 May 2024, a delegate of TEQSA extended, under section 57A of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act):

The period of accreditation of the following 5 courses offered by Australian College of the Arts Pty Ltd to 31 March 2026:

• Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design)
• Diploma of Arts (Interior Design)
• Diploma of Entertainment Journalism
• Bachelor of Animation and VFX
• Diploma of Animation and VFX.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision consistent with the principles set out in TEQSA's policy on extensions to the period of provider registration or course accreditation, including an assessment of risks associated with the extension.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of five higher education courses of study offered by Australian College of the Arts Pty Ltd

On 15 May 2024, a delegate of TEQSA extended, under section 57A of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act):

The period of accreditation of the following 5 courses offered by Australian College of the Arts Pty Ltd to 31 March 2026:

• Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design)
• Diploma of Arts (Interior Design)
• Diploma of Entertainment Journalism
• Bachelor of Animation and VFX
• Diploma of Animation and VFX.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision consistent with the principles set out in TEQSA's policy on extensions to the period of provider registration or course accreditation, including an assessment of risks associated with the extension.

Renewal of course accreditation

Report on renewal of accreditation of one higher education course of study offered by Kollel Academy of Advanced Jewish Education Limited

On 05 December 2024, a delegate of TEQSA renewed, under section 56 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the following course offered by Kollel Academy of Advanced Jewish Education Limited, for a period of seven years until 05 December 2031:

• Bachelor of Talmud/ Bachelor of Rabbinic Thought

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by Kollel Academy of Advanced Jewish Education Limited for renewal of accreditation continue to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Initial CRICOS registration

Report on initial CRICOS registration of Monaro Education Pty Limited

On 6 December 2024, TEQSA:

• Approved, under section 10 of the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act), the registration of Monaro Education Pty Limited trading as Monaro Higher Education (MHE). on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) for a period of 5 years until 31 July 2029.
• Imposed, under section 10B of the ESOS Act, one condition on the CRICOS registration of the Monaro Education Pty Limited (MHE)

Condition 1:

1. By 30 June 2026, MHE must engage a suitably qualified independent expert to undertake a review of MHE's first year of delivery to overseas students. The expert and terms of reference for this review must be approved by TEQSA. The review should assess the effectiveness of the implementation of MHE's policies and procedures in ensuring:
   
   1. responsible recruitment of overseas students
   2. its education agents act ethically, honestly and in the best interests of overseas students
   3. adequate monitoring and support of overseas students.
2. By 30 December 2026, MHE must provide TEQSA evidence of consideration of the review report, and any actions in response to the report, by its relevant governing bodies.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision in light of the risk that the MHE may not comply, or continue to comply with, the following objectives of the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018:

• recruit responsibly by ensuring students are appropriately qualified and sufficiently informed for their chosen course (Standard 2)
• ensure that its education agents act ethically, honestly and in the best interests of overseas students (Standard 4)
• assist overseas students adjust to study and life in Australia (Standard 6)
• safeguard the integrity of Australia's migration laws (Standard 8)
• appropriately manage overseas student enrolment, monitoring and reporting (Standard 9)

Application to withdraw decision

In accordance with section 10B(1)(b) of the ESOS Act, TEQSA may vary or revoke a condition imposed on the registration of a registered provider at any time. TEQSA will consider any application by a provider for variation or revocation of a condition.